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Prelims Paper II covers chemistry.

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Prelims · 2023 · Paper II, Chemistry · Q112 of 120

Geo-Scientist Prelims 2023 Chemistry Q112: What is the major product when benzene reacts with n-propyl…

QuestionOrganic / Friedel–Crafts alkylation

What is the major product when benzene reacts with n-propyl chloride in the presence of anhydrous AlCl₃ ?

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Prelims 2023 Paper II (Chemistry), Q112: answer options as printed
  1. (a) n-Propylbenzene
  2. (b) Isopropylbenzene (cumene)
  3. (c) 1,4-Di-n-propylbenzene
  4. (d) 1,4-Diisopropylbenzene

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